Respiratory Therapist: PRN, Per Diem

SSM Health; Newark (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join their dynamic team in Southeast Ohio. This role involves caring for critically ill patients, evaluating their needs, and providing essential respiratory treatments. With a supportive environment that prioritizes quality improvement and patient education, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of patients and their families. Enjoy competitive pay, a generous sign-on bonus, and the chance to work in a collaborative setting that values diversity and inclusion. If you are passionate about respiratory care and committed to excellence, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Shift Differentials for Nights and Weekends

Qualifications

• Active CRT or RRT credential from the NBRC or state equivalent required.
• BLS certification and ACLS required within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patients and recommending appropriate treatment plans.
• Providing respiratory care to critically ill patients.
• Teaching and counseling patients and families.

Skills

Respiratory Care

Patient Evaluation

Endotracheal Tube Management

Teaching and Counseling

Education

CRT or RRT Credential

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Job description

Select Specialty Hospital - Southeast, Ohio

(we are on the 2nd floor of the 2000 Tamarack building owned by Licking Memorial Hospital)

Respiratory Therapist (RRT & CRT)

Day Shift (7am-7pm)

Night Shift (7pm-7am)

$3,750 sign-on bonus!

Pay: $40.00 per hour

Plus shift differentials for nights and weekends

At Select Specialty Hospitals, a division of Select Medical, we care for chronically and critically ill or post-ICU patients who require extended hospital care.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patient and recommending an appropriate treatment plan.
• Providing respiratory care to patients with critical and complex medical and surgical conditions.
• Performing insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes.
• Promoting continuous quality improvement.
• Teaching and counseling patients/families.

Qualifications

• Must possess "Active" CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent.
• BLS certification required.
• ACLS required within 6 months of hire. (Agency RT must have ACLS upon first shift, PRN staff must have ACLS upon hire).

Preferred qualifications that will make you successful:

• One (1) year of related experience preferred.

Additional Data

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.